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I like the idea of classical improv!! I think I already do it. I do it from a drummer's point of view. I hear/play the rhythmic structure--leave it intact,and fill in the pitches. That is basically my process. I can improvise straight into Finale, o…
The easiest way for me to think about what improvisation is or what I like best in improvisation is to think of conversation as a model. Conversations are most interesting to me when they are about a topic rather than each sentence being a non sequi…
Yes - I like music that is organic, that makes sense. All those weird sounds (extended techniques, etc.) that are so hard to notate and that are forced into a lot of contemporary music to sound 'contemporary' find a pleasant home in music that you m…
Jeffrey,
I am pleased to read that you teach improvisation for Classical musicians. So many are lost without written music in front of them yet the music comes out of a rich tradition of improvisation and most of the masters known for their composi…
Where is/what is Waldorf? It sounds wonderful. I love the concept. More, more.
You absolutely must write - and share what you're doing with a wider audience.
Another thing comes to mind - you might consider joining ISIM - International Society for…
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Well, a combination of sheet musics (plenty of online sources out there) but mostly cd's... I'm enamoured with clarinettist Ivo Papasov and bands like Taraf de Haidouks, Kocani Orkestar, Fanfare Ciocarlia and Serbian/Bulgarian vocal music a…
Great, Adam - I will order a book right away. Thanks very much for your help!
I have (one of) the original Hungarian version(s).
The English translation you can order here:
https://jelenkor.c4.ixwebhosting.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=214
If they don't have any more in stock let me know and I'll ask for you direc…
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- Associate professor of horn, University of Iowa. Performer, improviser, author, composer.
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